Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Lemon Cheesecake, a creamy and zesty dessert that’s sure to impress. This simple yet elegant cheesecake features a rich cream cheese filling infused with fresh lemon juice and zest, all sitting atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Topped with a tangy lemon curd and light whipped cream, it’s a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. Ideal for gatherings or as a special treat at home, this cheesecake can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully overnight. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or simply enjoying a sunny day, this Lemon Cheesecake is the ultimate dessert choice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 32 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 10 ounces lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
- Whipped cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add eggs one by one, followed by lemon juice and zest.
- Pour mixture over crust in the pan and bake in a water bath for 1 hour 30 minutes at 300°F (149°C).
- Cool in the oven slowly before refrigerating overnight.
- Remove from pan, spread warmed lemon curd on top, and garnish with whipped cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg